Seeking OWB "Activity" holster for BHP

faithmyeyes · June 24th, 2009, 05:26 PM

I'd like a holster that met the following criteria:

OWB, belt or paddle
Fits a standard Mk III Browning Hi-Power
Similar in position and cant to my everyday MTAC (mid-ride, forward cant)
Active retention, level I-II
Allows 1-hand reholstering
Fully covers muzzle
Not so nice that I'd be devastated if it scraped against a tree
Preferably inexpensive, since it won't be used often

I'd use this in a scenario where I might be hiking or working outdoors where I wanted the comfort of OWB and additional protection and retention for the gun. I might also use it while at the range or at classes not focused on concealed carry where IWB is discouraged.

Any ideas other than "get a Glock, everything fits them"?

JD · June 24th, 2009, 05:49 PM

If you can find one to try, I'd take a look at the Blackhawk SERPA for a 1911, my HP fits in all my 1911 holsters, other than that I don't think you'll have much luck finding exactly what you're looking for as there aren't that many duty rigs (most if not all "retention" holsters are duty rigs) out there for the BHP, but I could be wrong, Bianchi does have a paddle for the BHP

jwhite75 · June 24th, 2009, 10:14 PM

+1 on the serpa or anything in Safariland has out there in retention models.

rathos · June 25th, 2009, 04:30 AM

Its not the most easily concealed holster but it does offer good retention.

SAFARILAND [Model 6287 Concealment SLS Belt Holster] : Holsters, Belts, Duty Gear, & Accessories for Law Enforcement, Military, Competition, and Sporting Enthusiasts

faithmyeyes · June 25th, 2009, 11:08 AM

Excellent. I had completely missed the Bianchi and that particular Safariland. Never occurred to me to try the 1911 SERPA either.

Thank you!

faithmyeyes · June 25th, 2009, 03:45 PM

To follow up for anyone interested, I found a 1911 SERPA at a local shop over lunch today and tried my Hi-Power in it. The gun slid in nicely, clicked into place, looked good and stayed snug...

Then it took two people and a screwdriver to get it out.

Wasn't quite looking for that much retention!

RKirk · June 25th, 2009, 08:40 PM

I have a paddle holster from Comp-Tac. I bought the FBI forward cant model. It is a great holster. Easy to draw and holster. Tension is adjustable.

Comp-Tac : Top-Quality Firearm Accessories

-- Richard

BlackJack · September 20th, 2009, 11:58 PM

Level II for a Hi-Power?

I am looking for a Level II holster for a Browning Hi-Power that is made out of Kydex.

Anybody know of anybody that makes one?

Thanks

June 24th, 2009, 05:26 PM	#1
faithmyeyes Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: North Alabama Posts: 58	Seeking OWB "Activity" holster for BHP I'd like a holster that met the following criteria: OWB, belt or paddle Fits a standard Mk III Browning Hi-Power Similar in position and cant to my everyday MTAC (mid-ride, forward cant) Active retention, level I-II Allows 1-hand reholstering Fully covers muzzle Not so nice that I'd be devastated if it scraped against a tree Preferably inexpensive, since it won't be used often I'd use this in a scenario where I might be hiking or working outdoors where I wanted the comfort of OWB and additional protection and retention for the gun. I might also use it while at the range or at classes not focused on concealed carry where IWB is discouraged. Any ideas other than "get a Glock, everything fits them"?

June 24th, 2009, 05:49 PM	#2
JD Senior Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Central Iowa Posts: 11,491	If you can find one to try, I'd take a look at the Blackhawk SERPA for a 1911, my HP fits in all my 1911 holsters, other than that I don't think you'll have much luck finding exactly what you're looking for as there aren't that many duty rigs (most if not all "retention" holsters are duty rigs) out there for the BHP, but I could be wrong, Bianchi does have a paddle for the BHP __________________ Iowa Carry.ORG: Promoting Weapons Carry Reform in Iowa Forum Customs & Courtesies Forum Usage: Tips and Tricks

June 24th, 2009, 10:14 PM	#3
jwhite75 VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: West Virginia Posts: 2,243	+1 on the serpa or anything in Safariland has out there in retention models. __________________ Friends don't let friends be MALL NINJAS.

June 25th, 2009, 04:30 AM	#4
rathos Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Washington Posts: 398	Its not the most easily concealed holster but it does offer good retention. SAFARILAND [Model 6287 Concealment SLS Belt Holster] : Holsters, Belts, Duty Gear, & Accessories for Law Enforcement, Military, Competition, and Sporting Enthusiasts __________________ ‘‘To disarm the people is the best and most effectual way to enslave them.’’ — George Mason

June 25th, 2009, 08:40 PM	#7
RKirk Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 148	OWB or Paddle I have a paddle holster from Comp-Tac. I bought the FBI forward cant model. It is a great holster. Easy to draw and holster. Tension is adjustable. Comp-Tac : Top-Quality Firearm Accessories -- Richard __________________ "A gentleman will seldom, if ever, need a pistol. However, if he does, he needs it very badly!" -- Sir Winston Churchill

June 25th, 2009, 11:08 AM	#5
faithmyeyes Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: North Alabama Posts: 58	Excellent. I had completely missed the Bianchi and that particular Safariland. Never occurred to me to try the 1911 SERPA either. Thank you!

June 25th, 2009, 03:45 PM	#6
faithmyeyes Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: North Alabama Posts: 58	To follow up for anyone interested, I found a 1911 SERPA at a local shop over lunch today and tried my Hi-Power in it. The gun slid in nicely, clicked into place, looked good and stayed snug... Then it took two people and a screwdriver to get it out. Wasn't quite looking for that much retention!

September 20th, 2009, 11:58 PM	#8
BlackJack Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 278	Level II for a Hi-Power? Level II for a Hi-Power? I am looking for a Level II holster for a Browning Hi-Power that is made out of Kydex. Anybody know of anybody that makes one? Thanks

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